The captain’s orders are absolute. Disobeying a superior officer leads to disarray within the ranks, ultimately resulting in the collapse of the unit.
“This is sudden, but we will return to Koatotemites, pass through the Sandrine Great Forest, and head to Harm via Rothfar.”
I declared this to the White Lily Corps during breakfast, despite having slept for only thirty minutes. My words, filled with strength and authority, resonated loudly.
“This is a pain in the ass. Why are we going back? Shouldn’t we go to Keibeck first? Isn’t Rothfar gathering troops?”
Are you going to defy your captain?! I’ll knock you out with a Buster Sword and load you into the carriage! Should I even train you on the carriage afterwards so you can’t refuse? …Maybe I’m just sleep-deprived.
It’s true that after fighting three opponents last night, my sleep deprivation put me at a disadvantage. I fought a Vampire, paid wartime compensation, walked to town, and just as I thought I could sleep, I was greeted by Dark Elves.
If asked if it was fun, I would answer yes. No matter which way I looked, the same faces and bodies awaited me.
I’d lost track of who I’d replenished bodily fluids from, but I’m sure it’s finished. The evidence is that everyone is sleeping soundly, satisfied. I’ll free you all someday.
“It’s because we’re going to Harm early. According to information from Kage and talks with the Hasuhanto Trading Company, there seems to be a big job in Harm.”
“What? What’s this big job? Are Harm and Rothfar going to kill each other!?”
If that were the case, I’d make a fortune. They are humans, after all. I can handle a horde of Orcs right now. Humans are easy to cut down.
“It’s not that… We’re going to Nordland to retrieve magic stones from Harm, but the return rate of adventurers retrieving them is reportedly dropping. It might be the same situation as Koatotemites…”
Upon hearing Koatotemites, everyone fell silent. It’s understandable. It was the first time monsters had attacked in such an organized manner. The number of Orcs, the Lich that used magic, the heavily armored Black Flame Dragon, and the large Troll. Not only that, but a Sand Dragon also appeared.
The city was half-destroyed, and there were many casualties among the adventurers. Have I ever fought an enemy this overwhelmingly strong before? How can I break this tense silence…
“Isn’t that great! It’s a prime opportunity to earn money. This time, I’ll get a ‘title.’ I didn’t get one even after doing so much in Koatotemites, but this is my chance!”
…Does being overwhelmingly strong not matter? We only won this time because the commanding demons were gone, but it was my mistake to even consider it.
“Priscilla, were you concerned about titles? I don’t have one either.”
“I don’t care about you. Even though Orietta has ‘Dragon Slayer,’ why don’t I have one?”
Indeed, normally, it would be strange if I and Priscilla didn’t have titles, considering our performance both inside and outside the city.
However, the impact of the Sand Dragon that Orietta defeated is too immense. Since she looks like she defeated such a huge monster by herself, other accomplishments fade in comparison.
To be honest, I’m glad they faded. Turning the city into scorched earth was part of the plan, but she destroyed things ruthlessly even outside of that. It’s good there were no witnesses, or a fine wouldn’t be enough, and I might have had to kill witnesses.
“P-Priscilla, I think something more fitting for you exists. Like ‘Flower of the Battlefield’ or ‘Beautiful Valkyrie’…”
“…You know what! That’s good!”
This girl is so easy to manipulate.
Everyone else seems to agree, and one of them is eagerly saying, “Let’s go, let’s go quickly,” which I find a bit concerning. Unity of will is important for an organization. The White Lily Corps is only seven mercenaries, but by solidifying into one, our strength surpasses even those with Godspeed cheats. …Sometimes it’s better to disband.
The destination is set. I feel like I’m losing out by going back, but a white beach and a blue sea await me. Go, kill, and do it. I will advance with this as my sustenance until I reach the Demon Lord.
“So, did you eat three people yesterday?”
“Yes, I enjoyed them…”
When I’m caught off guard like this, I can’t use Godspeed. I should praise myself for dodging the Platinum Laser that flew at my head. My legs were entangled by vines, along with the chair, and I was covered up to my whole body, unable to move.
“Sophia, would one hitting your head kill you?”
“It would kill me. Hehehe.”
“If you die, I’ll turn you into a zombie. I will let you rot until the end of time under my command.”
I’m scared. Why are you going to kill me? I only took three out of necessity. You wouldn’t want your body to rot, right? This bodily fluid injection is because of Rufina.
By the way, Reina-chan has a ring on her left hand and one mole on her right chest, Aina-chan has a ring on her right hand and two moles on her right shoulder, and Miina-chan has a necklace and one mole on the right side of her neck.
I can’t say that, though.
“What should we do with this damn captain…?”
“Stab him.”
I hate painful things.
“Shall I shoot him?”
I hate that even more.
“How about we constrict him and wring out every last drop of blood?”
I really hate that.
“I have a judas cradle~”
You still have that?
“…Imprison him until Rothfar.”
As expected of Christine. That’s the most merciful. I’ll be imprisoned. I don’t need to maneuver the carriage, and I’m used to the toilet. Plus, beautiful women and girls are always by my side.
“…Before that, I’ll lop off his limbs.”
Huh!?
I thought the sound of bones breaking was a “crack,” but when multiple limbs are broken simultaneously, it makes a “crack-crack” sound. I learned something.
“Ughhh…”
Rufina, you should listen to what people say first. The vines turned into a gag, and I couldn’t even scream. My arms and legs were broken in two places each, a total of eight fractures. I’ve never sustained such a serious injury even on the battlefield.
“Don’t worry, you damn captain. It won’t take six days to get to Rothfar. We’ll have fun during that time, one-sidedly.”
Did I do something terrible? Am I the villain? Torture is prohibited by the Geneva Conventions even for villains.
The six hellish days until Rothfar. This time, I truly appreciated the value of freedom. Especially having my hands free!
When eating, I was fed, and we acted all lovey-dovey with “ahhh,” which was a fond memory, along with the incident where I trashed the Koatotemites cafeteria with adventurers who teased me until it was half-destroyed.
It’s also a fond memory that about two people performed the “ahhh” by shoving food into my nose or forcing me to eat vegetables dripping with hot soup.
Oh, and speaking of having my hands free, it’s the toilet. I can’t hold it, so for “number one,” I was made to stand with my broken legs held and assisted.
“Number two?” I’ll take this story to my grave. I won’t tell anyone. On my honor, I won’t tell, even if I die…
“What are you muttering about?”
“Nothing. I was just saying that freedom is nice.”
“So, where are we?”
We’ve entered Rothfar. Otherwise, my limbs would still be broken.
“This is the border town, Bliss. It’s the ‘Magic Stone Town’ on the Rothfar side, corresponding to Koatotemites.”
“The troops that Rothfar was gathering aren’t here, are they?”
As expected of Priscilla, you remembered. I thought you’d vomited it up with the alcohol. Rothfar is gathering troops at the royal capital, but their deployment destination is still unknown.
If the monsters of Sandrine were to go berserk, they’d likely be deployed to Bliss, but this town is peaceful, and perhaps due to the warmth, the women here wear slightly more revealing clothing compared to Koatotemites. It’s a good town.
It’s a good town, but I don’t plan on staying long. My goal is to enjoy myself at the sea in Harm. No matter where Rothfar’s army is heading, I hope they go in a direction unrelated to me.
“We’re staying at an inn today, right?”
“Yes. I want to sleep soundly on a soft bed. If we widen the road through the Sandrine Great Forest too much, maintenance will be a hassle.”
The White Lily Corps has a rule that states, “Annihilate those who obstruct us,” but how much have we widened the road while passing through the Sandrine Great Forest…
The Sandrine Great Forest has a fine road wide enough for two carriages to barely pass each other. A renowned earth mage from the past created it, cutting through the forest from north to south, connecting the Ashtal Empire and the Rothfar Kingdom.
While passing through the Sandrine Great Forest from Koatotemites to Bliss, we were attacked by monsters day and night. For mere Goblins, I unleashed lasers at full power, created gusts of wind to destroy them, and cut down trees, causing deforestation. In some places, the road width has increased.
Well, attacking the White Lily Corps is their own fault. Because of you… Because of you, guard duty became irrelevant, and we did it, got done, and got done. We were constantly getting done, day and night, and were nearly killed countless times…
It’s almost like Orietta used an aphrodisiac with how chaotic it’s become. Granted, no one else passed by, but we were getting it on in the back of the carriage in broad daylight. Jealous, huh, damn it!
“What’s wrong? If you keep muttering, I can’t hear you.”
“It’s nothing. I was just saying that it’s nice to be alive.”
“?”
In any case, we arrived safely. I am whole in body now. My hands move, my feet move, I am free! I can even go to the toilet by myself.
The town of Bliss is also called the “Magic Stone Town.” I’ve asked Orietta to make me a larger weapon. Combining magic stones like Priscilla’s Halberd is good, but I’d prefer something that becomes lighter by channeling magic.
We decided on an inn, and Alana and I went to resupply our provisions. Rufina stayed behind to research blood, while Sophia and Orietta went to buy magic stones. The heavy drinker and her chaperone, Christine, also stayed behind.
Bliss is a good town. You can feel its vitality just by walking around. Currently, Koatotemites is busy with reconstruction, but even as another “Magic Stone Town,” peace is better. War is a terrible thing.
Thanks to it, our pockets are warm. It’s probably not money yet, but I think we’ve earned the most we ever have. War is a good thing.
“Alana, shall we eat something? We’re done shopping, but it’s still too early to go back.”
“Then, I have a request, ‘ss. Could you accompany me?”
Sure. Sure. I’ll do anything Alana asks. I’m a cat person at heart. Dogs are good too, but cats are still cats. And they can talk, eat the same food, and sleep in the same bed. Just walking around together like this is bliss. The best part is not being attacked.
Alana led me to a place inside the castle walls that couldn’t be seen from the outside. Could it be…? Alana, you’re surprisingly bold.
“I understand now, ‘ss. It’s because of Koatotemites and the Vampire the other day.”
Alana, who had walked ahead, stopped, turned around, and said.
“W-What do you understand…?”
There’s only a sense of foreboding now. This isn’t a situation for kissing, pushing, and being lovey-dovey.
“I understand why ‘Pri-nee’ fights with the captain during guard duty, ‘ss.”
A click sound came from Alana’s Sword Gauntlet, and two swords sprang out. My fur stood on end, and my eyes turned into those of a cat hunting prey.
“Alana, calm down. You’re misunderstanding something. Priscilla is just a bit eccentric.”
I also drew my Short Sword. I don’t have the luxury of being leisurely while facing Alana’s speed.
“Ah, I get it… This is adult love, ‘ss.”
What kind of romantic experiences have you had?! As soon as she finished speaking, Alana attacked me like a tornado.
Fast! This is the first time I’ve fought one-on-one properly. Alana’s speed is comparable to Priscilla’s when she transforms into a Lycanthrope. Priscilla gradually increases her speed after transforming into a Lycanthrope, but Alana is immediately this fast. I’m glad I drew my sword.
Two blows from the left and right with a time difference, I thought her aggressive approach would be careless, but then a kick flew up towards my jaw from below.
Dodging it, though it grazed me slightly, I stepped forward towards Alana, who was spinning from the momentum of her kick, and struck her with the Super Vibration Shield. I thought it was over, but she dodged it by retreating, as if mocking me.
As expected, she’s fast. I didn’t expect her to still be able to move from that posture. She’s not called the fastest in the White Lily Corps for nothing. But I am the fastest with cheats.
Godspeed! Mode Two!
I wouldn’t do this even against Priscilla. If I use Godspeed, I’ll have the advantage. But to overwhelm Alana without injuring her, I have to go as far as Mode Two.
The match? I won. To win without injuring her, I had to use up to Mode Two. But the problem is that Alana has become like Priscilla.
How will I resolve this romantic misunderstanding?
